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COMPARISON – Philips Norelco 5500 VS. Braun Series 9 9095cc

PERFORMANCE

WORKS WITH GEL OR FOAM

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

This is an Aquatec Wet and dry shaver. You can choose how you would like to shave. Those with sensitive skins can shave with gel while those with normal skins can opt for a dry shave. It is fully waterproof, so you can shave while in the shower.

Yes

You can use it wet or dry - this is what makes it ideal for all skin types sensitive or non-sensitive. You shave with Water, Foam or Gel to get desired results.

CPM

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

No

Yes

Uses Intelligent Sonic Technology which delivers 40,000 cross-cutting actions per minute - removing more hair in a single pass than any other electric shaver on the market.

CONTOUR ADAPTABILITY

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

Its contouring system is made of 3 shaver heads and circular blades that rotate in 5 different directions capturing hair on every contour on your face, neck and jaw line

Yes

Features flexible cutting elements that are mounted on top of a flexible shaving head allowing the shaver maintain skin contact and adapt to all facial contours.

BEARD DENSITY SENSOR

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

No

Yes

The intelligent AutoSensing motor will always adjust shaver's cutting speed and strength basing on the density of the beard

FOR ALL SKIN TYPES

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

Since it is a wet and dry shaver, anyone can enjoy a comfortable close shave with this shaver. Choose to shave wet or dry depending on your skin type.

Yes

Its optifoil is thin and smooth so it won't pull or nick your skin while shaving. In addition to that, you can shave with Gel or soap to reduce friction.

WORKS ON 3 DAY STUBBLE

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

It will use its lift and cut blade system to capture and shave 3 day stubble. This system is made up of 2 blades. One blade lifts the short hair while the 2nd blade cuts. In addition to that, the flexible shaving head will follow each and every contour on your face, keeping close contact with the skin thus capture more short hair in a single pass.

Yes

The HyperLift and Cut Trimmer will always lift and cut flat-lying hair from all hard-to-shave areas like the chin & neck area. Can also shave a 3 day stubble.

FLEXIBLE HEAD

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

It features 3 flexible shaver heads that pivot up to 5 directions keeping close contact with the skin so as to provide you with a clean close shave.

Yes

Features a flexible shaving head which moves to various directions making it easier to shave the chin area and neck. On the other hand, you can use the MultiHeadLock to lock the head in a specific position.

CAN SHAVE HEAD

Due to its Intelligent Sonic Technology which makes 40,000 cross-cutting actions per minute and a HyperLift and Cut trimmer - you can use Braun Series 9-9095cc to shave your head

Braun Series 9 9095cc

USABILITY

ERGONOMIC HANDLE

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

It features a slim ergonomic handle that fits in both small and large hands.

Yes

Features a perfect ergonomic handle designed to naturally fit your hand. It will well curved and slim in size. The shaver won't easily slip out of your hands while shaving in the shower

SPEED SETTINGS

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

To some extent you can customize the functionality of this shaver by using the Turbo Mode function. This one will boost the shaver’s power and speed 10 times. So if you want a quick shave early in the morning, opt for this turbo mode function.

No

FULLY WASHABLE

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

Due to its AquaTech feature, this model can be immersed in water and it won't get any damages. It is 100% water proof, so you can enjoy that comfortable wet shave while in the shower.

Yes

Yes, it is 100 Percent washable. To maintain good performance, wash the shaver with running tap water to remove hair and gel that could affect the shaver’s performance.

CLEANING MACHINE

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

No

Yes

It comes with a clean and charge station which keeps the shaver hygienically clean and lubricated all the time. The shaver will always remind you on when to use the cleaning station.

CHARGING TIME

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

1 hour of full battery charge will give you 45 minutes of grooming time. On the other hand, you can as well opt for a quick 5 minutes charge and get a single shave.

Yes

Charge time is 60 minutes and this gives you 50 minutes of non stop shaving. However, you can also opt for a quick 5 minutes charge

CORDLESS

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

Fully a cordless shaver. So safety reasons, Philips have disabled functionality when the shaver is plugged into power since it’s a wet and dry shaver.

Yes

Yes, it is a cordless shaver. You can travel with it and shave from anywhere

DESIGN

TYPE

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

It is a rotary shaver with circular blades that shave as close as possible. Rotary shavers use circular blades which shave in a circular motion.

WIRELESS CHARGING

MECHANISM

Norelco 5500's mechanism is made up of the following functions: MultiPrecision Blade System, Turbo mode which boosts the shaver 10x, 5 direction flexible heads and Aquatec Wet and Dry

Yes

Features a Quadruple action cutting/shaving system for maximum facial adaptability.

DISPLAY

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

Features a summarized LED Display which shows only relevant information and this includes; battery status, Cleaning indicator, Travel lock and Replacement head indicator

Yes

The LED Display interface will always show battery status, remind you when there is a need for cleaning shaver heads and also remind you on when to use the clean and charge station

BUILD UP

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

The shaver looks beautiful all durable. It is light weight and very easy to use. Its circular blades are available on Amazon so you don't have to worry about replacement blades. The ergonomic handle makes it easy to use the shaver while in the shower.

Yes

Well built - with premium features tailored to offer you with a clean, safe and close shave. It has a built-in precision trimmer which slides out from the back of the shaver's head. It also features a Skin Guard which protects the skin from nicks and cuts while shaving

TRIMMER

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

Features a detachable Smart Click precision trimmer which can be used to shape sideburns or mustache.

Yes

Features an integrated and skin-friendly precision trimmer which slides out of the back of the shavers head. This precision trimmer can be used to trim heavy beards, mustache and side-burn

BATTERY LIFE

Philips Norelco 5500

Braun Series 9 9095cc

Yes

45 minutes

Yes

On a full charge of 60 minutes - the battery will last for 50 minutes. While on a quick charge of 5 minutes the battery will last for one shave

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